How many syllables are in "ignore"?

"ignore" has exactly 2 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is ig - nore.

How do you divide "ignore" into syllables?

"ignore" is divided into 2 parts: ig · nore. Syllable boundaries correspond to vowel nuclei and consonant phonotactics.

In standard English pronunciation, the primary stress falls on the designated emphasized syllable. Stress patterns alter vowel duration and loudness.

Practice saying each syllable slowly (ig... nore), then blend them together with native speaker clips on SayItVid.

Quick Syllable Guide

2 Syllables

There are 2 syllables in "ignore".

Syllable Division:ig·nore

Syllable Stress & Rhythm

ig-NORE(ig · nore)○ ●

The primary stress in "ignore" falls on the 2nd syllable.

Phonetic IPA:⁄ɪɡˈnɔːr⁄

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IPAɪɡˈnɔːr

Syllablesig·nore

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between the-the mirror and the actual pump where you can see the other person, but you ignore them anyway. And you pump your gas and they're like four feet away from you pumpin' their gas, but And you pump your gas and they're like four feet away from you pumpin' their gas, but

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How many syllables are in "ignore"?: "ignore" has exactly 2 syllables. When spoken naturally, the sound breakdown is ig - nore.
How do you divide "ignore" into syllables?: "ignore" is divided into 2 parts: ig · nore. Syllable boundaries correspond to vowel nuclei and consonant phonotactics.
Where is the primary stress located in "ignore"?: In standard English pronunciation, the primary stress falls on the designated emphasized syllable. Stress patterns alter vowel duration and loudness.
How can I practice saying "ignore" correctly?: Practice saying each syllable slowly (ig... nore), then blend them together with native speaker clips on SayItVid.